How much do silver platters sell for?
For a tray that is pure silver (at least 92.5% silver), the price per Troy ounce is around $16.00 as of March 2018.
Is a silver tray worth anything?
Sterling silver objects are made of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper. Unfortunately, silver-plated items hold almost no monetary worth. There is not enough silver content to have melt down value and generally, these pieces do not retain their resale value.
How do I sell my old silver trays?
Private buyers and collectors give good prices. Find their ads in newspapers or online. Make the best profit by selling your silver yourself, after enough research. Place an ad online or sell through an auction site like eBay.
Can I sell a silver platter?
You can sell us items such as silver flatware, silver tea sets, silver bowls and antique silver trays etc and get cash that is reflective of the item’s true value.
Can you use silver polish on silver-plated items?
STEP 1. After donning gloves, squeeze a dot of silver polish onto a soft, clean, dry cloth. Gently rub the paste- or cream-based polish (e.g., Wright’s Silver Polish Cleaner, available for $5 on Amazon) over the entire surface of the clean silver-plated item using circular motions.
Where to sell silver serving trays-precious metal?
In most searches for “W & S Blackinton silver tray” we are finding that these pieces are silverplate and are onsale on Ebay for anywhere from $6-$250. SO even if you piece is not sterling, does not mean that it does not have value. It just means that it does not have precious metal value so a refiner like Arch would not be of service to you.
When is the best time to sell a silver tray?
Sterling silver is also a beautiful piece for a special event, social gathering, a formal business event, or an important family gathering. We buy and sell your silver tray with ease throughout the United States and abroad. At What Value Should You Sell Your Silver Tray to Us?
When did silver trays start to be made?
The division of the company that created these silver items was founded in 1894 as part of the Meriden Britannia Co. and this trademark was used until 1935. The company was located in Meriden CT in the USA.
How can you tell the value of a silver tray?
In order to know the value of the tray there should be some marks on the tray to help out. They are normally on the back of the tray. You can also visit a jewelry store to have the tray weighted to determine how much silver is in the tray.
In most searches for “W & S Blackinton silver tray” we are finding that these pieces are silverplate and are onsale on Ebay for anywhere from $6-$250. SO even if you piece is not sterling, does not mean that it does not have value. It just means that it does not have precious metal value so a refiner like Arch would not be of service to you.
What do the numbers mean on a silver tray?
Look for the digits .925 impressed into the metal. This is one of several marks that signify sterling silver. Sterling is the highest-quality worked silver and usually brings higher sale prices.
Sterling silver is also a beautiful piece for a special event, social gathering, a formal business event, or an important family gathering. We buy and sell your silver tray with ease throughout the United States and abroad. At What Value Should You Sell Your Silver Tray to Us?
How can I tell if my silver tray is sterling silver?
You may have more luck selling it online or checking with a local antique dealer. If you are unsure about if your items are sterling silver or plated, watch this video that describes how to determine is a silver tray is sterling or plated.
